Lemon Tree Inn

3.5 star property
Hotel in Santa Barbara with a rooftop terrace and a 24-hour front desk

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Front of property
1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Lobby
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

Map
2819 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA, 93105
  • Upper State Street
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Mission Santa Barbara
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪11 min drive‬

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Room options

Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Accessible

  • 452 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Economy Room, 1 King Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(40 reviews)
  • 391 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Economy Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 336 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Poolside

7.8 out of 10
Good
(16 reviews)
  • 420 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Courtyard View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(38 reviews)
  • 420 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed, Courtyard View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(23 reviews)
  • 525 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Economy Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(26 reviews)
  • 391 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Poolside

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(24 reviews)
  • 420 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms

  • 995 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Santa Barbara

Located in North State within a 5-minute walk of Upper State Street, Lemon Tree Inn is within a 15-minute stroll of Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital. This 3.5-star hotel has 96 rooms and welcomes guests with a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Upper State Street - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Mission Santa Barbara - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Santa Barbara Bowl - 5 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 5 min drive - 3.7 miles

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 12 min drive
  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Live Oak Cafe - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪McConnell's Ice Cream - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Harry's Plaza Cafe - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Santa Barbara Chicken Ranch - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Yellow Belly - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Lemon Tree Inn

Hotel in Santa Barbara with a rooftop terrace and a 24-hour front desk
Guests staying at Lemon Tree Inn enjoy an outdoor pool, a rooftop terrace, and free WiFi in public areas. If you decide to drive, there's free parking. Multilingual staff at the 24-hour front desk can assist with concierge services, securing valuables, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a business center, a meeting room, and a terrace.
Guests can expect free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Coffee makers, safes, and phones are also standard.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Crocodile Restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and a security system
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and a security system.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Lemon Tree Inn Santa Barbara
Lemon Tree Inn
Lemon Tree Santa Barbara
Lemon Tree Hotel Santa Barbara
Lemon Tree Inn Hotel
Lemon Tree Inn Santa Barbara
Lemon Tree Inn Hotel Santa Barbara

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Lemon Tree Inn?

Lemon Tree Inn provides free cancellation on select room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Lemon Tree Inn?

As of Jul 2, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lemon Tree Inn on Jul 6, 2025 start from $182.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What can I see near Lemon Tree Inn?

This hotel is situated in North State, just steps from Upper State Street. You'll also find Santa Barbara Harbor and Mission Santa Barbara within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Lemon Tree Inn?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Lemon Tree Inn feature a casino at the property?

No, Lemon Tree Inn doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Lemon Tree Inn?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What do couples enjoy most about Lemon Tree Inn?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including an outdoor pool, a bar, and a garden-view restaurant.

Does Lemon Tree Inn have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Lemon Tree Inn have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Lemon Tree Inn serves breakfast for a surcharge at The Crocodile Restaurant.

Does Lemon Tree Inn allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Lemon Tree Inn though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Lemon Tree Inn?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

What is the closest airport to Lemon Tree Inn?

The closest major airport to Lemon Tree Inn is Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA), which is 8.9 mi away (17 minutes by car). Another top airport is Santa Ynez, CA (SQA), which is located 27.5 mi away (46-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at Lemon Tree Inn?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer a balcony where guests can enjoy pool or courtyard views.

Lemon Tree Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 476 out of 1017 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 272 out of 1017 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 151 out of 1017 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 81 out of 1017 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 37 out of 1017 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Older place and a bit quirky but clean, comfortable and quiet. Each room has a patio which is nice.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Michael

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort

One-off i hope

Usually a great stay, vut this time patiers next door kept me up late and were very loud too early in the morning
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cristina

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nadia

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great family friendly spot!

We were looking for a hotel that was both family-friendly and conveniently located near amenities, and this place did not disappoint! The staff was incredibly welcoming and accommodating, making our stay even more enjoyable. When we needed to switch rooms, the process was seamless and hassle-free. The highlight of our trip was definitely the pool—it was a fantastic experience for the whole family! We’re already looking forward to many more stays in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Love this little Inn

I have stayed here several times since my daughter goes to UCSB. I love staying here! The garden setting outside your room, makes this place ideal. Every room comes with a patio or balcony and it nice to sit there and enjoy the scenery. There is also a resturant and bar that you can enjoy the garden setting as well. The rooms are a bit older and run down, but looks like they are slowly working on improvements. The rooms are very clean and the beds are comfortable. I continue to enjoy staying there. Sort of central to everything in Santa Barbara.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joyce Tricia

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Ofelia, la mirada

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claudia, Portland

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have stay in this place a couple of times already. Some units are better than others but overall experience has been good.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Mary Ann

Traveled with family
Very clean both the property and the rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Constance Jean

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mayra

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Darren

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

GEORGE

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Ronald

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
My husband and I love staying at the Lemon Tree. We love to see the beautiful lemons on the trees on the property and beautiful garden on the property as well. No microwave in our room but had refrigerator, room may need a little updating The check in host Gabby was really nice, and thank you Mr. Mijing for letting us check in one day earlier. Will stay there again! Thanks Ms.M.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close by to downtown Santa Barbara. Easy to get to the hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Super great front desk folks. Place was a so nicei thought i was at the wrong hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kassandra

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

eric

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025